Contractors have finally started to bandaid the damage from my girl Sandy (as in hurricane) and the dog has been vocally enjoying their company. That, combined with whatever they're doing on the roof- Excuse number two.

As for number three…ladies, need I be specific?!

And that's why today is brownie day. KingArthurFlour.com has one of my favorite all time brownie recipes. It is ridiculously easy. Seriously, skip the box since this takes about the same time, tastes a heck of a lot better and uses REAL butter.

I hope the rest of the pan makes it until after school, but considering excuse number three…